Sous Chef

Haymarket Hotel; London; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury boutique hotel in London seeks a talented Sous Chef to join their prestigious kitchen team. This role involves ensuring high-quality dishes and overseeing kitchen operations while leading and developing the team. Ideal candidates will have proven culinary experience and a strong commitment to excellence in food preparation and presentation. Competitive salary and various perks are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £49,000 - £51,000

Access to financial wellbeing app

Health cash plan

Discounted cinema tickets

Complimentary meals on shift

Ongoing training and professional development

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within a high-standard kitchen environment.
• A deep passion for food and commitment to culinary excellence.
• Ability to lead and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Guide and develop the kitchen team.
• Ensure all dishes meet quality standards.
• Oversee kitchen operations and manage inventory.

Skills

Team leadership

Culinary expertise

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

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Firmdale Hotels is renowned for its collection of luxury boutique hotels
located in the heart of London and New York. Each hotel is individually
designed, combining sophisticated style with homely comfort. At Firmdale, we
pride ourselves on creating exceptional guest experiences through outstanding
service, creative design, and culinary excellence.

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and passionate Sous Chef
to join our prestigious team at the Haymarket Hotel. As a Sous Chef, you will
play a pivotal role in our kitchen, ensuring the delivery of high-quality
dishes and seamless kitchen operations. This is a fantastic chance to showcase
your culinary skills and lead a dedicated team in a dynamic and creative
environment.

Responsibilities:

• Guide and develop
  the kitchen team, fostering a positive and collaborative atmosphere.
• Ensure that all
  dishes are prepared to the highest quality and consistency, adhering to our
  exceptional standards.
• Oversee kitchen
  operations, managing inventory, and maintaining a smooth workflow.
• Demonstrate
  meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of food preparation and
  presentation.
• Work closely with
  other departments to ensure a cohesive and exceptional guest experience.
• Encourage
  innovation and continuous improvement within the kitchen, staying updated with
  culinary trends and techniques.

What you
Need:

• Proven experience
  in a similar role within a high-standard kitchen environment.
• A deep passion for
  food and a strong commitment to culinary excellence.
• Ability to lead and
  develop a team, inspiring them to achieve their best.
• Exceptional attention
  to detail in food preparation and presentation.
• Strong
  organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent
  communication skills to effectively collaborate with the kitchen team and other
  departments.
• A cooperative
  approach to working within a team, contributing to a positive work environment.

What We
Offer:

• Competitive salary of £49,000 - £51,000 inclusive of service charge.
• Access to Wagestream our
  financial wellbeing app. Stream your accrued earnings before pay day,
  benefit from everyday savings and real time financial coaching.
• Health cash
  plan(including contributions towards dental, optical, alternative
  and complementary therapies)
• Discounted cinema tickets,
  gym membership, travel, retailers and restaurants
• Complimentary meals on shift
  
• Referral bonus scheme for
  recommending top talent
• Flexible scheduling without
  split shifts
• Dry cleaning service for
  work attire and discounted personal dry cleaning
• Enhanced holiday allowance
  based on length of service
• Season ticket loan for
  convenient commuting
• Ongoing training,
  professional development, and fully funded English lessons
• Regular social events, team
  activities, and fitness sessions
• Benefits like cycle to work
  scheme and annual long service awards
• Exclusive discounts at
  Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks
• And much more!!

Why join Firmdale Hotels?

Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning
group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York.
World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels
are trailblazers in hospitality and design.

We are delighted to have been recognised by the
hospitalityand travel industries for the great work our teams have
achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:

• Proud winners of
  The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
• The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for
  outstanding contribution to International Trade
• Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen –
  Cateys 2024
• Food & Beverage Manager of the
  Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie
  Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
• Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel –
  One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
• Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for
  Culinary Excellence 2025
• Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award
  2025
• Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel,
  Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024
• Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for
  Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA
  Breakfast Award
• Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for
  Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
• Warren Street Hotel - Travel &
  Leisure ‘IT List’ best hotels in the world
• Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren
  Street - Michelin keys
• Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in
  London, The Times, 2024.

You can see a full list of our awards and accolades
here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/

If you are
enthusiastic about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment,
we would love to hear from you. Join us at Haymarket Hotel and take the next
step in your hospitality career with Firmdale Hotels.

Firmdale Hotels
welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive
workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment
process.

In line with the Asylum and
Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to
live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at
interview stage.